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HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Functioning HVAC systems are important for people to be comfortable in their homes or offices, and they can be essential for running and maintaining certain types of businesses like hospitals and data centers. 

Our hybrid program will give you hands-on experience building and maintaining all types of heating and refrigeration systems in our state-of-the-art learning laboratory. You will gain skills in working with electrical control components, as well as in piping and fabrication. 

More Information About the Program

You will be provided:

  • Toolkit
  • Electronic textbooks
  • Personal Chromebook

You must purchase:

  • Boots or durable shoes (steel toe not required)
  • Combination lock/lock with key (for equipment lockers)
  • Notebook
  • Pens/pencils
  • Proper Personal Protective (PPP) gear must be worn at all times including boots, safety goggles, and proper attire.
  • Excessive odors from smoke, perfume, or other sources will not be tolerated.
  • Emily Griffith Student ID visible at all times during class and school events.
  • You cannot wear:
    • Sunglasses indoors
    • No sagging pants
    • Shorts
    • Sandals or open-toed shoes

This program has a strict attendance policy that will be reviewed at orientation. 

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 1 class period per course as a full-time student or 2 class periods as a part-time student(8 hours total) ; if you miss more than 1 or 2 class periods of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
  • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
  • Tradiness for over 30 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
  • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
  • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

HVA 1000 Safety Training for the Trades
HVA 1002 Basic Refrigeration
HVA 1004 Electrical Components
HVA 1005 Electricity for HVAC/R
HVA 1010 Fundamentals of Gas Heating
HVA 1011 Piping Skills for HVAC
HVA 1013 Refrigerant Recovery Training
HVA 1024 Advanced Air Conditioning
HVA 1042 Residential Air Conditioning
HVA 2033 Advanced Refrigeration
HVA 2022 HVAC/R Systems Troubleshooting
HVA 2047 Hot Water Heating Systems
HVA 2061 A/C Systems Service & Repair

  • $8,345 (eligible for financial aid)
  • Full-time 5 months
  • Hybrid format (in-person and online course content)
  • Start Date: 8/19/2025, 2/10/2026 full-time
  • This program may have a waitlist.

Program Requirements

By applying to this program, you understand the Academic Preparedness and Physical Requirements below.

  • English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
  • Understanding of basic algebra.
  • Stand and be physically active for prolonged periods of time (up to 5 hours). 
  • Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to bend and twist. 
  • Use hands, arms, and legs to manipulate, handle, and control objects, tools, and controls. 
  • Climb ladders, scaffolding, or poles. 
  • Walk for prolonged periods and occasionally run. 
  • Use vision to see details, color, shade, and brightness in objects less than a few feet away. 
  • Communicate effectively with instructor(s), classmates, and clients.
  • Differentiate between sounds.
  • Keep or regain balance, or stay upright when in unstable positions. 
  • See objects in low light.
  • Maintain safe procedures in the work environment, including the use of PPE, when necessary.
  • Basic keyboard and computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system.
  • This program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
  • HVA 1000 Safety Training for the Trades will be held during the first two days of the program. Attendance for both days of this course is required to continue with the program.
  • Students must pass HVA 1002 and HVA 1004 to continue with the program.
  • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Navigator before class.
Apply now!

This program is eligible for Career Advance Colorado. That could mean zero-cost to you. Learn more.


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